SDI benefit period ending - How to extend? What to expect on call?

When you call, make sure to clearly explain that you've reached the end of your benefit period and need guidance on extending it. Be prepared to provide your claim number and any relevant medical info. They might ask for updated documentation from your doctor, so have that ready if possible. Good luck!

Ugh, good luck dealing with the disability office. I swear, its like they purposely make everything as difficult as possible 🙄

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting forever. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Make sure you have all your ducks in a row before calling. They'll probably want: - Your claim number - Dates of your current benefit period - Updated medical info from your doctor - Any changes in your condition - Employment status Be polite but firm, and don't be afraid to ask questions if you're unsure about anything. Good luck!

anyone else feel like theyre drowning in paperwork everytime they deal with disability? 😫 i swear i need a law degree just to understand half of it

Hey OP, just a heads up - sometimes they'll try to rush you off the phone. Don't let them! Make sure all your questions are answered before hanging up. And always get the name of who you talked to, just in case you need to reference the call later.

Also, if you're calling about an extension, try calling early in the morning (like right when they open) or later in the afternoon. I've found the wait times are usually shorter then. And if you get disconnected, don't give up! It happened to me twice before I finally got through. The whole process took about 15 minutes once I actually got someone on the line, so it's not as bad as it seems once you're talking to a real person.